Clinical management of chronic cardiovascular disease is a key component of the work of advanced practice nurses and RNs in the cardiology and primary care settings. PCNA develops an annual pharmacology CE program to meet the clinical practice and recertification needs of these clinicians.

Course Overview

Pharmacology and the Cardiac Patient with Obesity, Diabetes or Atrial Fibrillation

Clinical management of chronic cardiovascular disease is a key component of the work of advanced practice nurses and RNs in the cardiology and primary care settings. PCNA develops an annual pharmacology CE program to meet the clinical practice and recertification needs of these clinicians.

This 2018 course curriculum includes a comprehensive approach to pharmacology in:

Medications Management of Excess Weight and Co-Morbid Conditions

Anti-Hyperglycemic Therapies: Improving CVD Outcomes

Medications to Manage Rate, Rhythm and Symptoms Associated with Atrial Fibrillation and Flutter.

This is an independent self-paced course with pre- and post-course evaluations.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this continuing education course, participants will be able to:

Review National Guidelines for the Management of Obesity and the recommendations regarding pharmacotherapy in relationship to behavioral interventions and surgical procedures.

List common medications used to control heart rate in patients with atrial fibrillation and flutter along with appropriate dose, schedule, adverse effects, and contraindications.

Describe the role of medications in cardio version and maintenance of sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation and flutter, along with appropriate dose, schedule, adverse effects, and contraindications.

Review common symptoms associated with atrial fibrillation and flutter and discuss the impact of heart rate and rhythm control therapies on these symptoms.

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